Long before travel meant airport terminals and boarding groups, crossing the Atlantic was itself the destination. Cunard® has kept that tradition alive for nearly two centuries, and today it remains the only cruise line offering regularly scheduled Transatlantic Crossings.

At the heart of that legacy is Queen Mary 2®, widely regarded as the only true ocean liner still sailing today.

The World’s Only True Ocean Liner

Unlike a cruise ship built primarily for calm, coastal itineraries, Queen Mary 2 was engineered to meet the open ocean head-on. Her reinforced hull and deep draft carry her steadily through the swells of the North Atlantic, a distinction few, if any, other ships can claim. Guests aboard experience something increasingly rare: a genuine sea voyage, not simply a cruise.

A Voyage Built for Celebration

Guests often choose a Transatlantic Crossing to mark an occasion that deserves more than a single evening. Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and retirements are frequently celebrated across the ship’s seven days at sea, with each day offering time to slow down, reconnect, and settle into the unhurried rhythm of ocean travel. There is a certain romance and nostalgia built into the crossing itself, from candlelit evenings to quiet mornings spent watching the horizon.

A Choice of Refined Dining

Onboard, dining follows the guest’s chosen accommodation, from the graciousness of the Britannia Restaurant™ to the more intimate settings of the Princess and Queens Grill. Each brings its own atmosphere to the days at sea, giving guests a dining rhythm as considered as the voyage itself.

Even Four-Legged Guests Are Welcome

Queen Mary 2 is also the only ship in the Cunard fleet, and one of very few ships anywhere, with onboard kennels for dogs and cats. Available exclusively on Transatlantic Crossings, this distinctive amenity lets pet owners bring their companions along for the journey, complete with dedicated care and a run of the ship’s outdoor kennel deck.

An Experience Rooted in Tradition

From white-glove service to evenings that call for black tie, the crossing preserves the rituals that once defined ocean travel. Guests dress for dinner, gather for afternoon tea, and settle into the unmistakable pace of days spent entirely at sea, uninterrupted by ports of call.

For guests seeking a slower, more storied way to cross the Atlantic, few experiences compare to a Transatlantic Crossing aboard Queen Mary 2. To check upcoming sailing dates, stateroom categories, and available perks, connect with your Coastline Travel Group Advisor to begin planning your own classic crossing.